January 2025 Newsletter
January 2025 Newsletter
Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic
A New Chapter Begins: Meet Our New Board President and Executive Committee
We are excited to introduce Art Corwin as the new president of our Board of Directors. A proven leader and philanthropist, Art brings decades of experience and dedication to youth development through the Corwin Family Foundation.
Art’s leadership journey includes CEO roles at Moretrench and Railroad Construction Company, and he’s been an active BGCPP board member since 2019, most recently serving as Treasurer. He’s now joined by:
- Shirell Gross, Vice President
- Limor Regular, Treasurer
- LaTysha “Ty” Gaines, Secretary
- Richard Mainardi, Jr., Chairman
Girls with #Goals Shine at First-Ever Empowerment Tea
Fifty inspiring teen girls gathered at our first-ever Empowerment Tea to celebrate their progress in the 10-week Girls With #Goals leadership program. Powerful speakers including Tracey Bloodsaw, Omnika Thompson, and our CEO Dr. Christina Dukes Brown spoke at the event.
Club teen Aliyah shared: “This program has made me more open, more confident, and more inspired to be the best version of myself.”
Next, these young leaders will showcase their entrepreneurial skills at The Perfect Pitch on February 1st.
Contact Jane He for more info or learn more about Girls With #Goals.
Nadir and Gianna’s Journey at Saddle River Day School
Club teens Nadir and Gianna are thriving at Saddle River Day School thanks to scholarships!
Nadir is embracing acting, fencing, debate, and volunteering in Los Angeles. Gianna, a passionate artist, is taking studio art and photography while giving back through “Cooking for a Cause.”
We are proud of these young leaders and can’t wait to see them soar!
BGCPP In the News: CEO Dr. Christina Dukes Brown Takes the Mic
Dr. Brown has been featured across media platforms discussing our mission and impact:
- Money Making Conversations with Rushion McDonald
- The Steve Harvey Morning Show
- Learning Can’t Wait Podcast on youth entrepreneurship
- ABC7’s Here & Now with Sandra Bookman
- Black Information Network with Doug Davis
Click to Access Dr. Brown’s Interviews
Upcoming Events
Read Across America Week
Join us for our Read Across America Kick-Off Celebration on Saturday, March 1 from 12–3 PM, featuring a book fair, music, food, and fun!
Become a VoluntHero by reading to our youngest learners March 3–7 from 4:30–5:30 PM.
Great Futures Gala: Defying Gravity
Join us for a wicked good time on May 9, 2025 at The Venetian!
